What are common contraindications to lash/brow tinting and how would you modify or decline treatment?

• A. Allergy to water only.
• B. Perfectly fine for all clients.
• C. If client has brown eyes.
• D. Allergy to dye, keratin products, active eye infection; postpone; offer shaping without tint or refer for patch test after healing; adjust technique if needed.

Answer: (D)

Safety hinges on screening for allergies and eye health before tinting. If someone is allergic to the dye or to keratin components in the products, or if there’s an active eye infection, the treatment should be postponed to protect the eyes and skin from irritation or a more serious reaction. In the meantime, you can offer a brow or lash shaping service without tint to still help the client while avoiding exposure to the tint.

For future tinting, refer the client for a patch test after healing to check tolerance to the dye, and be prepared to adjust the technique if needed. Adjustments might include using a gentler formula, reducing contact time, applying barrier protection, or modifying the application approach to minimize irritation. This approach keeps the client safe while providing a path back to tinting when it’s appropriate.